Short, with beer at the end.On Saturday morning I joined up with a few other men from the Ancient Order of Hibernians to take part in the 14th annual St. Patrick’s Parade and Festival at the Blue & Gray Brewery, now Adventure Brewing. In all h…
An easy breakfast or a delicious snack, this five-ingredient refreshing raspberry, honey, and peptita toast is so easy to make, you can let your kids make it as you sit back and relax. :)Ingredients:- Boule slices, french baguette rounds, whole-grain b…
It’s been a long busy week. I’m done.Looking forwarded to recuperating with some good beer this weekend. Cheers!
[ This content originated at Musings Over a Pint ]
The 14th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Festival will take place this Saturday, March 12 at Blue & Gray Brewery, now Adventure Brewing South. The parade starts at noon and ends at the brewery. Food and beer services will be available outside under tents …
Today is my mother’s birthday, and the fifth one we celebrate without her. I can’t wish her Happy Birthday in person but I’ll still celebrate her memory today; recalling her smile, reminiscing about her bear hugs, and even enjoying a smile over her joy…
We headed into the District of Crime Columbia Wednesday evening to watch the Hokies play in the ACC Tournament. Arriving early, we opted for dinner at the Green Turtle in the Verizon Center. Since I had plenty of time before the drive home, I hope…
High in fiber, low in fat… this combination of quinoa, spinach, and sweet potato is wonderful and nutritious, keeping you healthy and satisfied! Ingredients:- 3 1/2 cups vegetable broth- 3 cups fresh peeled and diced sweet potatoes- 1 1/2 cups q…
One of the latest “things” in craft brewing is the “habanero IPA.” It’s not a trend I object to in the least. Recently I’ve mused over offerings from Starr Hill and Ballast Point. Now Flying Dog Brewery has gotten into the act with their own habanero and mango flavored IPA.
Fever Dream Mango Habanero IPA is a new addition to Flying Dog’s year-round lineup. I received a sample bottle from the brewery and couldn’t resist trying it out the same day!
Fever Dream pours a dark orange color with a robust and persistent off-white head. The aroma is tropical fruit and earthy malt. If I concentrate it’s possible to pick up some faint pepper aroma. The flavor starts out with a tropical fruit and bready malt base, followed with a citrus rind bitterness. Rising up from those initial flavors is a capsaicin warmth. The hot pepper aspect starts out quite subtle, the heat building with each sip. After a few sips, a warm tingling sensation remains in the mouth — present but never overpowering. The habanero pepper creats an unmistakable tingling on the palate. Along with the lingering warmth, there’s a hint of bitterness left behind as well.
I enjoyed this beer quite a bit. The heat was enough for this spicy food junkie, but it’s not overwhelming at all. Fever Dream is a permanent addition to Flying Dog’s offerings, and we should be seeing it show in the stores soon.
Flying Dog is also releasing a series of seasonal warm and spicy beers in their Heat Series. I’m looking forward to those as well. I have a bottle of the February release, Oaked Chipotle Ale, waiting in the wings for review so stand by for news on that one soon.
[ This content originated at Musings Over a Pint ]
Recently I came across this “Establishing Your Baseline” drill from The Tactical Professor. This 50 round drill can be done with a wide range of targets, and is suitable for shooting at an indoor range. The general drill is you load your magazines to f…
